When absence is foreseeable, provide your supervisor with 30 days’ notice before taking a medical leave of absence under FMLA/CFRA. Foreseeable leaves of absence include pre-scheduled surgery and time off for child birth, and/or to bond with a new child. Complete the Request for Family and Medical Leave form. Should you need a leave of absence suddenly to care for yourself or a family member, you must notify your supervisor or HR as soon as practicable.